On This Episode
Host Mélanie Berliet talks with Carmeon Hamilton (@carmeonhamilton) host of Reno my Rental on Discovery+ and HGTV. She recently became a homeowner but after years of renting she has plenty of tips for upgrading a builder’s basic rental with lighting, paint, and more that she shares on TV and on her social media posts.
Meet Carmeon Hamilton
Memphis native Carmeon Hamilton is the interior designer turned reality show winner turned host of Reno My Rental. Her hundreds of thousands of social media followers know her mantra, “Elevate the Everyday,” which she infuses into everything from her morning coffee to her design projects. “‘Elevate the Everyday’ is making things better for yourself or simplifying things to give you your time back … or [making] a moment special so you can slow down and enjoy the life that you’ve curated.”
Advice from the Episode
Carmeon shares her advice for making a space your own including the power of a coat of paint.
What She Looked for When Buying Her First Home
When looking for a home, Carmeon prefers to take on an older home and remodel it rather than new construction.
On How Well-Designed Spaces Can Change Your Outlook on Life
The better you feel in a space, the better you treat people in that space. Design has the power to impact your mood and environment.
Design Decisions She Made When Renting
Carmeon recommends making a rental your own—even if that means losing the deposit. A coat of paint can go a long way in making a space your own. Add your own light fixtures but make sure you keep the old ones!
The First Home Decor Project Every Beginner Should Tackle
The first project to tackle is painting. Paint is the number one way to transform a space whether you’re renting or owning.
Links and Resources
Download the transcript for this episode. Visit carmeonhamilton.com. Follow Carmeon on Instagram.
